These gingerbread and spice cookies combine cinnamon, nutmeg, molasses and vanilla in a recipe designed for the Christmas season.
They are perfect for preparing with the family, giving as gifts or serving at the table, accompanied by a brightly lit home and the small rituals that make this season special.
Christmas is also made of aromas.
Cinnamon, ginger, vanilla and a freshly baked batch can instantly transform the feeling of a home.
It is one of those simple rituals that brings people together in the kitchen and creates memories that last far beyond the recipe.
These gingerbread and spice cookies were prepared by @sophiecookshealthy and are a perfect idea for making at Christmas, decorating with the family or giving as a gift.
Christmas tastes better when it is also enjoyed in the kitchen.
A recipe, a set table and a few details can transform a simple moment into a lasting memory.
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Gingerbread and spice cookies
Cookie ingredients
- 115 g softened unsalted butter
- 120 g brown sugar
- 115 g cane molasses
- 1 egg yolk
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 280 g plain flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons ground ginger
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon oat milk
Icing ingredients
- 3 egg whites
- 450 g icing sugar
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
How to prepare Christmas cookies
1. Prepare the dough
In a bowl, beat the softened butter with the brown sugar until creamy.
Add the molasses, egg yolk and vanilla extract and mix until smooth.
2. Add the dry ingredients
In another bowl, mix the flour, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, baking soda and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the previous mixture, stirring after each addition.
Add the oat milk and mix.
3. Let the dough rest
Shape the dough into a ball, cover with cling film and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
💡 Preparing the dough the day before can make the process simpler if you are planning to bake with family or children.
4. Cut the cookies
Preheat the oven to 180 ºC and line the baking trays with parchment paper.
Roll out the dough with a rolling pin on a floured surface until it is about 5 to 6 mm thick.
Cut the cookies using your choice of Christmas shapes.
5. Bake
Bake one tray at a time for about 7 to 8 minutes, until the cookies are firm around the edges but still slightly soft in the centre.
Leave to cool completely before decorating.
How to prepare the icing
Whisk the egg whites until stiff with a whisk or electric mixer.
Gradually add the sifted icing sugar, stirring constantly.
Add the vanilla extract and mix until you achieve a suitable decorating consistency.
Transfer the icing to a piping bag and decorate the biscuits as desired.
How to serve ginger biscuits at Christmas
Presentation is also part of the ritual.
You can serve the biscuits on a serving dish in the centre of the table, place them on a cake stand or create small sets to accompany coffee or tea.
Explore the Tableware & Kitchen collection to find tableware, bowls, serving dishes and serving accessories.
For a more carefully arranged table, also consider the relationship between tableware, textiles and lighting.
The aim is not to fill every space, but to create a composition that allows the food to remain the star.
A recipe that can also be a gift
The biscuits can also be given as gifts.
Simple packaging, a ribbon and a short message transform a homemade recipe into a personal gift.
They can also be paired with a mug, cup or another tableware piece, creating a thoughtful set for the little moments of the day.
If you are looking for more gift inspiration, see the guide to home décor gifts or the Gifts We Love curation.
Frequently asked questions about Christmas ginger biscuits
How long should the dough rest?
The dough should stay in the fridge for at least 2 hours. It can also be prepared the day before and left to rest overnight.
How thick should the biscuits be?
Roll out the dough to approximately 5 to 6 mm thick.
How long do the biscuits stay in the oven?
About 7 to 8 minutes at 180 ºC, until firm around the edges and still slightly soft in the centre.
Do they need to cool before decorating?
Yes. The biscuits should cool completely before the icing is applied.
Can I make the biscuits the day before?
Yes. The dough can rest overnight in the fridge, allowing the preparation to be divided into two stages.
Small flavours, big memories
At Christmas, not all important moments happen around the tree.
Some begin in a bowl.
They continue on a worktop covered in flour.
And they end at the table, among conversations, cups and freshly decorated biscuits.
These small rituals bring flavour to the season.
Because, often, the best Christmas memories are made from the simplest things.
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